It only makes sense that most people travel to Las Vegas during the summer months. The sun is hot, the pool parties are happening and everyone’s got a few weeks of vacation time to burn. If you are willing to consider a winter getaway to Las Vegas, however, you may find yourself falling in love with a Sin City you never knew existed. Sure, most of the pools will be closed in the winter and some of the attractions may have limited hours, but Sin City is far from being quiet, and there are definitely a few perks for visiting the city any time from November through February. In fact, some people would say it’s the best time to visit Las Vegas. Here’s why:
You don’t have to worry about the holiday details. Do you want someone else to cook the perfect Thanksgiving meal? Look no further than the incredible buffet spreads prepared specifically for the holiday by top-tier chefs. Would you like someone else to entertain you for Christmas? From the gardens in The Palazzo to the Fountains of the Bellagio, Las Vegas is decked out in the holiday spirit. Wouldn’t it be nice if someone else threw the New Year’s Eve party this year? Consider it done when you visit any one of the dozens of world-class parties up and down the Las Vegas Strip.
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The weather is ideal. So you might hit one of Las Vegas’ two rainy days out of the entire year if you visit January through March, but the weather overall is perfect. It’s not hot enough for the pools to be open yet and evenings might require a sweatshirt, but during the day, jeans and a t-shirt will be comfortable. You might even get a tan.
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Discounts are abundant. Show ticket prices are often slashed between holidays and after the new year, especially if you buy them the day of or for more than one person. Make sure you ask what discounts are available when you purchase. In addition to cheap show tickets, it’s easy to find hotels, rental cars and dining discounts. Older resorts like Excalibur, Stratosphere and Circus, Circus can be booked for as little as $30.00 per night. If you can snag a bundled package that includes accommodations, a car, show tickets and/or dining coupons, you could save even more.
Lines are short. No need to fight the crowds at nightclubs and restaurants before and after the holidays. You may have to wait for a short while, but chances are much higher that you’ll get in faster. Celebrities and renowned DJs visit the clubs year round, so you’ll be able to spot stars regardless of the time of year you visit. Of course, you’ll want to make table reservations far in advance for New Year’s Eve.
Outdoor activities are at their prime. Because of the weather conditions, winter in Las Vegas is the ideal time to go hiking and rock climbing at nearby Red Rock Canyon or Valley of Fire. And though it’s dry and comfortable in the valley, neighboring Mt. Charleston will be covered in snow and perfect for skiing or snowboarding.
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